Exhaling on Cape Cod

by Donna Cain O.K……I am always saying that our recipes are over the top delicious. I guess the truth of the matter is that I adore sweets and good food. There is something very special about homemade desserts. I grew up with my mom making delicious pies and cookies, and … Read more

by Donna Cain Byron and I had a wonderful walk in Chatham at the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge. Harrison had a wonderful swim, the temperature was in the 60’s with plenty of sunshine…..what a perfect morning! We are always looking for new areas to explore and this refuge is a … Read more

by Donna Cain I have always loved birds and enjoy watching them year round at our back feeder at the Captain Freeman Inn. I can identify the Blue Jay, Robins, Woodpeckers, Nuthatch, Cardinals, Robins, Chickadees, Morning doves, and wrens. I sometimes scold the crows that love to feed from our … Read more

by Donna Cain Cape Cod is such a magical place, and I am continually amazed when I listen to guest’s experiences during their stay. We recently had a lovely couple stay with us, Sally and Geoff, who experience Cape Cod in such an extraordinary way. They stay with us for … Read more

by Donna Cain We recently came back from a wonderful vacation out west. We have been so busy renovating our two inns, Brewster by the Sea Inn and Spa and the Captain Freeman inn that we have hesitated to take vacations over the years. I have a new appreciation for … Read more

by Donna Cain Breakfasts and afternoon tea are a special time at the inn. I am always trying new recipes, especially this time of the year when we are finalizing our summer menus. Every once in a while you come across a recipe that is a show stopper. I usually … Read more

by Donna Cain Nick and I work together serving breakfast at the Captain Freeman, and we always have a good time as well as mustering some good ideas for me to blog about. I was especially pleased with our menu that day and commented that all of the plates and … Read more

by Heather Puffer Captain Freeman Cooking School season will kick off in just over a month! While it’s hard to think about baking bread and slurping French Onion Soup (there’s no way to eat onion soup gracefully) while the thermometer is still breaking 80 degrees, these weekends were made for … Read more

by Donna Cain, Innkeeper and owner Many a song has been written about Cape Cod with my all time favorite- Patti Page’s “Old Cape Cod”. Her words from that song often speak to me …..”You’re sure to fall in love with old Cape Cod” Every summer it’s such a pleasure … Read more

by Donna Cain, Innkeeper and owner Our guest staying at the Captain Freeman Inn always look forward to our afternoon treat. Sunday’s was extra special, and I decided to share the recipe with our followers. It’s a decadent chocolate cupcake that we like to prepare in the smaller cupcake tins … Read more